Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sandwiches
cabbage & carrot slaw
Pulled pork typically uses pork shoulder (aka butt), but we're making this version a little lighter by using pork loin. After shredding the pulled pork up, add your seasonings and let it warm in its juices for another ~15 minutes for tastiest results.
Smarts: Can't find pork loin in the right weight? Just make more. Pulled pork freezes beautifully and can be used for future enchiladas, sandwiches, and salads.
Smarts: Can't find pork loin in the right weight? Just make more. Pulled pork freezes beautifully and can be used for future enchiladas, sandwiches, and salads.
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Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sandwiches:
- Pork loin - 1 1/2 lbs
- Garlic powder - 2 tsp
- Salt - 1/2 tsp
- Black pepper - 1/4 tsp
- Chili powder - 1 tsp
- Ketchup - 1/4 cup
- Apple cider vinegar - 1 Tbsp
- Burger buns - 4
- Sour cream - 6 Tbsp
Red Cabbage and Carrot Slaw:
- Apple cider vinegar - 2 Tbsp
- Brown sugar - 3 Tbsp
- Red pepper flakes - 1/4 tsp
- Water - 1/4 cup
- Red cabbage - 12 oz , sliced
- Carrots, medium - 4 , grated
- Green onions - 3 stalks , thinly sliced
- Salt - 1/2 tsp
Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
Calories
370
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% Daily Value
Total Fat
8g
13%
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Saturated Fat
3g
17%
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Trans Fat
0g
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Cholesterol
91mg
30%
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Sodium
831mg
35%
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Total Carbohydrate
42g
14%
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Dietary Fiber
6g
23%
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Sugars
19g
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Protein
34g
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Prep
- Season pork - Slice pork up into smaller pieces to create more surface area for flavoring. Sprinkle on garlic powder, salt, and black pepper and tenderize with a fork (save a dish and do it right in your slow cooker’s removable pot). Marinate for at least 30 minutes and up to a day. (Can be done up to 1 day ahead)
- Slow cook pork - Cook pork on low for 7 to 8 hours. (Can be done up to 5 days ahead)
- Make dressing for slaw - In a saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, red pepper flakes and water. Bring to a boil and continue boiling until reduced by half. (Can be done up to 5 days ahead)
- Cabbage (slice with a knife or food processor) / Carrots / Green onions - Prep as directed. (Can be done up to 4 days ahead)
- Dress slaw - Toss cabbage, carrots, and green onions with dressing and lightly salt. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
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Make
- After pork has cooked and is tender and done, use a fork and knife or tongs to shred meat up directly in slow cooker and the juices that have been released. Season with chili powder, ketchup, and apple cider vinegar. Keep warm for another 20 to 30 minutes, so that these new flavors have time to soak in.
- Toast buns.
- Reserve 1 cup / 170g of pulled pork for tomorrow night’s dinner (amount for 4 servings; adjust accordingly if customizing). Enjoy the rest in sandwiches with slaw and sour cream (you’ll have more slaw than is needed for sandwiches, so have some on the side too).
Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
Calories
370
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% Daily Value
Total Fat
8g
13%
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Saturated Fat
3g
17%
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Trans Fat
0g
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Cholesterol
91mg
30%
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Sodium
831mg
35%
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Total Carbohydrate
42g
14%
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Dietary Fiber
6g
23%
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Sugars
19g
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Protein
34g
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